The End?

Goblins Knob 2024

Lock the fancy suitcase with that fancy padlock you bought for a fortune.

The siren of the fire brigade just sounded noon.

Hurry down the street towards the station.

Grab some snacks from the vending machine before boarding.

Catch the bullet train to be there in time for New Year's.

And now... wait and watch the world roll by.

It's not a game. It's not a play. The journey’s end is closer.

They'll all be there. I'll surprise them with the customary SURPRISE!

Then, it'll be over. For everyone. Good night and goodbye. The year, I mean, or... do I?

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